Pharmacophore an International Research Journal
A stroke is a severe medical condition resulting from a thrombus that obstructs the blood to the brain. Furthermore, it is widely recognized as the second leading cause of mortality and the third most significant cause of disability worldwide. This study aims to understand the general population’s knowledge and awareness level of warning signs, first aid, and risk factors related to strokes in Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Saudi Arabia. The study utilized a structured questionnaire in both English and Arabic language, which was designed using Google Forms to collect the participant’s data and distribute it through social media platforms. A minimum sample size of 385 was necessary for our study. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS. The study included a total of 1815 participants, with 66.1% of them being females and 33.9% being males. Among the participants, 49.5% were 20- 30 years old. Only 0.5% of participants had a history of stroke. A significant association was observed between the awareness scores for strokes and various demographic factors, including age, marital status, residence region, and educational level among the participants. These results underscore the necessity for tailored awareness campaigns aimed at the population at the highest risk for strokes. Simultaneously, Simultaneously, there is a pressing need to educate the general public about the symptoms of this condition, their potential severity, the importance of addressing modifiable risk factors, and the correlation between prompt hospital visits and improved prognosis.
